Live Music Bliss: The Coolest El Paso Venues for Concert Lovers

Who doesn't love going to concerts? People in El Paso sure do. We've had many come & go but which ones are still open to enjoy a good show? Here are some local concert venues that are still open in El Paso, Texas.

Speaking Rock Entertainment Center

Located in far east El Paso, 122 Old Pueblo Rd, Speaking Rock has continued to give many amazing shows; bands like Papa Roach, Korn, Escape the Fate, Shinedown & Incubus are among MANY that rocked the stage at Speaking Rock.

The Rockhouse Bar & Grill

A favorite amongst rockers & metalheads is The Rockhouse, 9828 Montana. While the stage is not as huge as the one at Speaking Rock, the bands that have played here ARE: From Ashes to New, Flotsam & Jetsam, Hail the Sun & Static X are a few to mention:

The Lowbrow Palace

While the old spot off of Mesa is no more, the NEW Lowbrow Palace is located at 1006 Texas Ave. Fans of The Drums, The Melvins, Modest Mouse & The Hu got to see them at the new spot.

Love Buzz

A favorite amongst local bands (and fans of emo nights), Love Buzz is located at 3011 Pershing Dr.

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Sun City Bar

One of the newest concert venues in town is the Sun City Bar (formerly called RAVES), 6816 Commerce Ave. Memphis May Fire was one of the first bands to play at the venue in 2023.

Whole Lotta Denim

A concert venue started entirely by 3 El Paso sisters, Whole Lotta Denim is located at 11504 Rebel Ct.

And of course we can't forget some of the big ones in El Paso

The Don Haskins Center,

Joanna Barba

Abraham Chavez Theater,

Daniel Paulus

& The Plaza Theater have been open for years & they host some of the biggest shows that come to El Paso.

Kevin Vargas

Also a quick mention to the Sun Bowl Stadium. While UTEP Miners fans can enjoy football games there, it's no stranger to hosting shows neither.

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Also a quick mention to McKelligon Canyon Amphitheater for hosting Cool Canyon Nights & the El Paso Convention Center for hosting El Paso Live.

Next time someone asks on the best place to catch a show in El Paso, now you can tell them any of the places above!

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